Nicklaus “A bath?” Isabella repeated, her voice a playful tease, but her cheeks betrayed her as they flushed a deep shade of red. The shyness that gripped her was almost palpable, and I couldn’t help but find her reaction endearing. “Yes, a bath,” She confirmed, my expression calm and unreadable. I could see the excitement dancing in her eyes, but to me, it was just another night—nothing out of the ordinary. “I want that, Alpha,” she whispered, her voice laced with anticipation as she hugged me tightly, pressing her small body against mine. A soft smile tugged at the corners of my lips as I placed my hands gently on her shoulders, enjoying the warmth of her touch. Without warning, I slipped the straps of her dress off her shoulders, revealing the smooth, pale skin beneath. The suddenne